Savory Smothered Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Gravy and Rice
Indulge your family in a comforting and flavorful dish with these Savory Smothered Pork Chops. Tender pork chops are smothered in a rich and creamy mushroom gravy, perfectly complemented by fluffy cooked rice. This one-dish meal not only delivers a satisfying taste but also makes for an easy cleanup after dinner. The blend of seasonings and the touch of crispy French fried onion rings add texture and depth, making it a delightful addition to your family dinner table. Pair it with your favorite vegetable, and you have a well-rounded meal that everyone will love!
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pork chops
4 (Bone-in or boneless, seasoned with salt and pepper)
Seasoning salt
1 teaspoon (Use Ms. Dash or Lawry's)
Black pepper
To taste (Freshly ground)
Cream of mushroom soup
2 (10 ounce) cans (No preparation needed)
Sour cream
1/2 cup (No preparation needed)
Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons (No preparation needed)
Milk
1/4 cup (No preparation needed)
French fried onion rings
1 (4 ounce) can (No preparation needed)
Cooked rice
2 1/2 cups (Cooked and ready to serve)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Begin by seasoning the pork chops with seasoning salt, salt, and black pepper on both sides.
3
Arrange the seasoned pork chops in a baking dish, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
4
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, and milk. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well-blended.
5
Pour the creamy mixture over the pork chops, ensuring they are completely covered.
6
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
7
After an hour, carefully remove the dish from the oven, uncover it, and sprinkle the French fried onion rings over the top of the pork chops.
8
Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until the onion rings are golden brown and crispy.
9
Serve the pork chops and savory gravy over a bed of cooked rice. Enjoy your delicious meal!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main dish described in this recipe?
The main dish is Savory Smothered Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Gravy and Rice.
How many pork chops are required?
The recipe requires 4 pork chops.
Can I use bone-in or boneless pork chops?
Yes, you can use either bone-in or boneless pork chops for this recipe.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
What seasonings are used for the pork chops?
The pork chops are seasoned with seasoning salt, salt, and black pepper on both sides.
Which brands of seasoning salt are suggested?
The recipe suggests using Ms. Dash or Lawry's seasoning salt.
How many cans of cream of mushroom soup are needed?
You will need two 10-ounce cans of cream of mushroom soup.
What ingredients make up the creamy gravy?
The gravy is made by combining cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, and milk.
How much sour cream should be added to the sauce?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of sour cream.
How much Worcestershire sauce is used in the mixture?
Two tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce are added to the creamy mixture.
What quantity of milk is required for the gravy?
You will need 1/4 cup of milk.
How should the pork chops be arranged in the baking dish?
Arrange the seasoned pork chops so that they are evenly spaced in the dish.
Do I need to cover the dish while baking?
Yes, cover the baking dish with aluminum foil for the first hour of baking.
How long is the initial baking time?
The pork chops should bake covered for 1 hour.
When are the French fried onion rings added?
Add the onion rings after the pork chops have baked for one hour and the foil has been removed.
How much longer do the chops bake after adding the onions?
Bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes uncovered.
What is the desired finish for the onion rings?
They should be baked until they are golden brown and crispy.
What is the recommended base for serving this dish?
Serve the pork chops and gravy over a bed of cooked rice.
How much rice is used in this recipe?
The recipe suggests using 2 1/2 cups of cooked rice.
Is this recipe considered a one-dish meal?
Yes, it is a one-dish meal that allows for easy cleanup after dinner.
Can I pair this dish with other sides?
The description suggests pairing it with your favorite vegetable for a well-rounded meal.
What type of pepper is recommended?
Freshly ground black pepper is recommended for seasoning.
How should the gravy mixture be prepared?
Stir the soup, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, and milk in a bowl until smooth and well-blended.
What size can of French fried onion rings is needed?
You need one 4-ounce can of French fried onion rings.
What is the texture of the pork chops after cooking?
The pork chops become tender as they are smothered and baked in the rich gravy.
Is there any special preparation for the cream of mushroom soup?
No preparation is needed for the soup before mixing.
How many total ingredients are used in this recipe?
There are a total of 9 ingredients in this recipe.
Is this a good recipe for family dinner?
Yes, it is described as a comforting dish that is a delightful addition to any family dinner table.
What are some tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include comfort food, easy recipe, mushroom gravy, and savory.
Does the recipe require browning the pork chops in a pan first?
No, the instructions indicate seasoning the chops and placing them directly into the oven.